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No end in sight to dry spell in Okanagan, Kamloops: meteorologist
“It’s not atypical for us in the summer to see one of these dry months but to see the duration of this dryness is really what's the most concerning right now."
Pickup truck used in smash-and-grab at Kelowna sports memorabilia store
Kelowna RCMP are investigating a sports memorabilia heist where thieves used a truck to smash through a storefront. Police were…
Discovery of invasive jellyfish in Osoyoos Lake raises more questions than answers
The presence of invasive jellyfish in Osoyoos Lake was discovered in recent years, yet the full impact of the invaders…
Unlicensed BC cannabis store loses another appeal
A BC couple who ran an unlicensed cannabis store have lost a legal challenge almost five years after their store…
Okanagan deadliest region in B.C. for black bears in 2024
BC conservation officers killed fewer black bears last year than any other in the past decade, but the Okanagan had…
Free 54-40 concert at men’s national curling championship in Kelowna
Canadian rock icons 54-40 are going to hit the stage in Kelowna for a free opening night performance at the…
Guns, fentanyl seized from man sleeping in truck in Kamloops
Kamloops RCMP seized more than a kilogram of fentanyl and several guns when officers spotted a man sleeping in a…
Everyone on Kamloops city council running for re-election
Most want to hold onto their council seats while one incumbent councillor is running for mayor.
iN NUMBERS: Online fundraisers for victims of the Bald Range wildfire
Hundreds of people have raised more than $100,000 for wildfire evacuees in the Okanagan.
iN VIDEO: WinCon Kelowna welcomed by the tabletop community
The Coast Capri Hotel was off to a busy weekend on August 14, 15, and…
iN PHOTOS: Kamloops’ Logan Stankoven brings Stanley Cup home
Hundreds showed up to cheer for the local hockey legend.
iN VIDEO: Downtown Sounds rocks Downtown Vernon
The Vernon Downtown Association has been putting on free concerts every Thursday in July and…
Expensive day for truck driver caught speeding in construction zone near Merritt
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“There’s an expectation that commercial truck drivers will be as committed to road safety as anyone else."
Bryan Voltaggio’s makes his lobster rolls with a flavor-boosting soak
I’ve never been to Maine for a lobster roll, but the ones I’ve had in other places have been so good that I knew I needed to make one myself. This version is from my cookbook “Home” and is made...
Flooding risk remains as storms move from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana residents remained on alert while returning to their flood-ravaged homes Monday as repeated rounds of thunderstorms and heavy rain moved east from the Midwest into the mid-Atlantic and high heat scorched much of the South and...
Penn State cocaine trafficking ring involved 2 fraternities, authorities say
Thirteen former or current Penn State University students were criminally charged Monday on allegations they participated in a cocaine-trafficking ring that involved two fraternities, authorities said. Two of them, who were the main suppliers, made routine trips to Philadelphia and...
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work...
iN DISCUSSION: Climate change has disrupted summer
"The summers of my youth are not the same. They have been disrupted by climate change and I don't think they are coming back."
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna mayor and councillor partying at Hotel Eldorado sends wrong message
"Here's my hope for all would-be politicians — leave the office better than you found it."
B.C. couple awarded damages against neighbour after 2022 shooting
VICTORIA — The British Columbia Supreme Court has awarded more than $1 million in damages…
Some evacuees return to Summerland as crews hold wildfire on three sides
SUMMERLAND — Crews fighting a large wildfire near Summerland, B.C., are successfully holding the blaze…
Demolition underway at Tumbler Ridge school, site of B.C. mass shooting
TUMBLER RIDGE — Demolition is underway at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northern British Columbia,…
B.C. couple awarded damages against neighbour after 2022 shooting
VICTORIA — The British Columbia Supreme Court has awarded more than $1 million in damages…
LeBlanc says job ‘not yet done’ after meeting with Greer, Lutnick
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc left a high-stakes meeting in Washington on Monday…
Penn State cocaine trafficking ring involved 2 fraternities, authorities say
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Thirteen former or current Penn State University students were criminally charged Monday on allegations they…
1 death linked to Tropical Storm Lala as 117,000 remain without power in Hawaii
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HONOLULU (AP) — Thousands were without power Monday after Tropical Storm Lala uprooted trees from…
Zambia President Hichilema has been reelected for a second term
LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has been reelected for a second five-year…
Shakira makes surprise visit to earthquake-damaged Colombian schools and says she will help rebuild
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombian superstar Shakira committed Monday to help rebuild at least 10…
Jeanie Buss to contest siblings’ plan to sell their Lakers minority ownership stake to Kushner, Iger
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss is legally contesting her siblings’…
Shakira makes surprise visit to earthquake-damaged Colombian schools and says she will help rebuild
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombian superstar Shakira committed Monday to help rebuild at least 10…
‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ singer Bonnie Tyler remembered as ‘a star, but never a diva’
SWANSEA, Wales (AP) — Fans crowded outside a Welsh church Monday where family and friends…
De La Cruz’s 1st career walk-off hit in 10th gives Reds 6-5 win over Cardinals to split doubleheader
CINCINNATI (AP) — Elly De La Cruz delivered his first career walk-off hit in the…
Benge and Ewing nail the Padres at home plate as the Mets hang on for a 2-1 victory
NEW YORK (AP) — Right fielder Carson Benge threw out two San Diego Padres runners…
Jonny DeLuca’s 2-run single completes Rays’ rally for 7-6 win over Orioles to avoid sweep
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Pinch-hitter Jonny DeLuca put the Rays in front with a…
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iN VIDEO: Downtown Sounds rocks Downtown Vernon
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